1948 Morris Minor vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1948 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1948 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Morris Minor | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Morris | Volvo |
| Model | Minor | S80 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 918 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2840 mm |
